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SO my Seventeen Magazine just came in the mail today and it pretty much made my day. I read them cover to cover pretty much the instant I get them... don't judge!
However, I always get to thinking when I read it, like ooh if I buy this then maybe people will perceive me like this, etc. etc. And I absolutely hate that, because then it makes me unsure of the person I am. I basically look at a certain model who's got the look down pat and saying "Well she looks edgy... yet professional, should I copy her because that's what I want?"
I certainly think the answer is no. Rather I think it's the little things that define us.
You know those cheesy bio things on Facebook and Myspace where people sometimes list things they do and don't like? I've kept my admiration of them in the closet until now. I seriously love these cliche listings because I swear I think it reveals more about that person than one who says something like: "I'm and honest and trustworthy, fun & flirty and love to party"
Now that's not saying that I think you should give it all away in your Facebook bio. But just knowing that you have your own little quirks makes you feel confident.
So I'm going to follow my own advice and outline a few...
I've always dreamed of owning a motorcycle and driving it everywhere.
I admire people who write with correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, & capitalization, even when texting.
I feel beautiful at the strangest times: Listening to music, when the wind blows in my face, sitting with my feet in the pool.
Lady Gaga is one of my biggest idols.
I have a burning desire to purchase every leather jacket, glittery eyeshadow, and pair of heels I see but don't actually buy any of them.
I could probably survive on bread alone for several days, provided it's fresh and artisan, of course.
Even if no one remembers Mrs. Chapman, I will. And because of her, one day I will walk into a library and have to search hard for a book I HAVEN'T read.
I will always love Phantom of the Opera and Gone With the Wind no matter how much anyone makes fun of me.
I essentially lead two lives, one for each coast, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
That's what I'm talking about. When I think about how these things make me unique, it makes me feel confident and like an independent person.
This is why I like to share a fact with you on every post. It's just a little reminder that I'm my own person. And I encourage you to try it too.
Write it down in a journal, or a piece of paper to pin on your wall.
Feel free to share!
FACT: Before posting this blog, I finished the new Seventeen issue
Quote:
"It's a miracle, we're having a miracle on earth,
Mother nature does it all for us
Open hearts and surgery, Sunday mornings with a cup of tea,
Super powers always fighting,
But Mona Lisa just keeps on smiling,"
